Berlin's Second McDonald's Opens on Turnpike, Anchoring Long-Stalled Redevelopment

Berlin, Connecticut now has its second McDonald's, with a new restaurant open at 466 Deming Road, at the corner of Deming Road and Berlin Turnpike. The 3,690-square-foot restaurant includes a drive-thru and joins the existing McDonald's location at 185 New Britain Road, giving the town two outposts of the chain for the first time.

Veteran Connecticut Republicans saw the warning signs. Then they lost their seats

Some of these Republican legislators served well over a decade. They were all defeated on Election Day.

Disclosure Denied: FOIA is keeping abuse records from Connecticut parents

FOIA exemptions shield sensitive information and can also prevent parents from learning the details of their children’s abuse. The post Disclosure Denied: FOIA is keeping abuse records from Connecticut parents appeared first on Inside Investigator .

Construction of 322 luxury rental units in West Hartford is well underway

A much-anticipated construction project in West Hartford is progressing nicely, according to its high-end developer, Garden Communities. When The Residences at Heritage Park opens, it will make 322 luxury rental units available. The projected leasing launch is scheduled for late spring 2027. The multifamily development at 1360 Trout Brook Drive...

Citizen’s Assembly report, the good the bad and the ugly

If Connecticut is serious about fixing its property tax crisis, it must put public education at the center of the equation.

Eyewitness News Extra: Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz talks food assistance, data centers (Part 2)

Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz joins Eyewitness News Extra to discuss resources for Connecticut families, concerns about data centers and opportunities for young women in STEM.

Connecticut's Minimum Wage Rises to $17.48 an Hour on Jan. 1, a 54-Cent Raise Set by a 2019 State Law

Connecticut's minimum wage rises 54 cents to $17.48 an hour on Jan. 1, 2027, under a 2019 law tied to the Employment Cost Index, the governor's office said.

Connecticut Democrats flip Republican-held state Senate seats

Democrats Rob Blanchard and Ethan Werstler, both newly elected to the Connecticut State Senate, joined Dennis House on This Week in Connecticut to discuss their campaigns, the results of the election and their plans for the upcoming legislative session.

Windsor students honor local veterans with hero’s welcome

Students at Poquonock School in Windsor honored local veterans with a day of classroom visits, celebrations and heartfelt thanks, recognizing the service and sacrifices of military members connected to their school community.

Connecticut residents have until Dec. 15 to choose an Access Health CT plan for Jan. 1 coverage, and the state will keep paying premium assistance in 2027

Connecticut residents have until Dec. 15 to choose an Access Health CT plan if they want coverage to start Jan. 1, and the state says it is continuing its premium assistance for eligible residents in 2027. Gov. Ned Lamont and Insurance Commissioner Joshua Hershman urged residents to review their coverage in a November release. Open... The post Connecticut residents have until Dec. 15 to choose an Access Health CT plan for Jan. 1 coverage, and the state will keep paying premium assistance in 2027 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Connecticut picks AmpUp to scale shared EV charging program after heatwave test

Connecticut utility regulators have chosen a managed charging platform built by AmpUp to advance toward statewide deployment after an 18-month pilot showed it could shift electric vehicle charging away from the grid’s most expensive hours. The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority selected the company’s Adapt & Earn program as...

Before the Algorithm Decides: Connecticut’s 2027 Rules for Artificial Intelligence in Employment

Beginning in 2027, Connecticut employers using artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting or workforce management will face new disclosure requirements under Connecticut Public Act 26-15, enacted in 2026 as part of the state’s broader legislation regulating AI. Similar to employers in other states , Connecticut employers should begin evaluating their AI technologies, especially as failure to provide appropriate notice to employees and applicants may result in liability under the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act (CUPTA). What Technology Is Covered? The law regulates “automated employment-related decision technology,” defined generally as technology that processes personal data and generates an output, such as a prediction, recommendation, classification, ranking, or score, that is a “substantial factor” in making or materially influencing an employment-related decision. A substantial factor is one that “meaningfully alters” the outcome of the decision. The definition of an employment-related decision is broad. It includes decisions concerning hiring, promotion, discipline, discharge, renewal of employment, selection for training or apprenticeships, tenure, and other terms, privileges, or conditions of employment. However, the law excludes certain nonmaterial job changes as well as decisions involving workplace health and safety, scheduling and planning, or productivity monitoring. Notice Requirements Beginning October 1, 2027, employers using covered technology must disclose,

Connecticut voting precincts randomly selected for election result audits

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut’s Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas announced Tuesday that Connecticut voting precincts will be selected at random for audits of election results. Thomas rolled the dice Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Hartford to randomly select voting precincts, pursuant to state law, which requires...

North East Historical Society’s annual meeting set for Nov. 14

There’s a corner of YouTube populated by real-time footage of high-dollar art sales from prestigious New York and London auction houses like Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Phillips. Hundreds of thousands of viewers routinely watch with rapt attention, popcorn and cocktails in hand, as recognizable pieces from art history make their way to the upper echelons of grossly unattainable hammer prices. Pieces can often start with opening bids of tens of thousands of dollars and work their way up to multiple millions. Bidding increments alone can grow to sums unattainable for the average American family in several lifetimes.

Parents Demand Answers After Teacher Is Accused of Tickling Students at Multiple Schools

Connecticut parents are questioning the state’s Department of Children and Families and calling for more transparency after a teacher was accused of inappropriate tickling of elementary-aged girls at multiple schools. The issue centers around former school teacher Nicholas Ricciardi, who pleaded guilty to felony charges of risk of injury to a minor and was sentenced […]

Can You Keep a Stray Cat in Connecticut? Holding Periods, Feeding, and TNR

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Stray cat laws in Connecticut are mostly set at the town level, with a few firm state rules sitting underneath. The state has no law that tells you “after X days, the cat is yours.” What it does have is an impoundment process for animal control, a rabies vaccination rule, and a statute that lets … This article, Can You Keep a Stray Cat in Connecticut? Holding Periods, Feeding, and TNR , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • 18 Popular Cat Breeds in Idaho: From Cold-Weather Champions to Family Favorites • 13 English Cat Breeds: British Shorthairs, Rexes, and Rare Orientals • 20 Popular Cat Breeds in Nevada: From Desert Shorthairs to Cold-Climate Companions

Connecticut's Solnit psychiatric facility for teens makes safety changes amid staffing concerns

Trailblazing former Connecticut congressman says Republicans need to refocus

Former U.S. Rep. Gary Franks made history in 1990 as the first Black person elected to represent Connecticut in Congress. On This Week in Connecticut, he joined Dennis House to discuss the Republican Party's path forward and the steps he believes are needed to reconnect with voters.